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Victorian Polished Oak Nottingham Banjo Barometer
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Victorian Polished Oak Nottingham Banjo Barometer

19th century
Sold 25 April 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A Victorian polished oak banjo barometer made by Gray & Selby of Nottingham c.1885. The elegant proportioned solid oak case with carved decoration to the shaped top and a rich patina. The circular porcelain dial bearing the maker's name and weather predictions, set behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker. Matching porcelain scale to the original mercury action thermometer sat to the top half of the case. Presented in immaculate condition and in full working order; rich colour and original patina to the casework. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 9.5" wide x 2.75" deep x 28.5" long.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72.5cm (28.54")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Banjo Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1127724
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 40483
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A Victorian polished oak banjo barometer made by Gray & Selby of Nottingham c.1885. The elegant proportioned solid oak case with carved decoration to the shaped top and a rich patina.
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The circular porcelain dial bearing the maker's name and weather predictions, set behind a bevelled edge glass mounted in a polished brass bezel with central reading marker.
Sturmans Antiques

Matching porcelain scale to the original mercury action thermometer sat to the top half of the case. Presented in immaculate condition and in full working order; rich colour and original patina to the casework. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 9.5" wide x 2.75" deep x 28.5" long.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
72.5cm (28.54")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Banjo Barometer to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1127724
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40483
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Archive I A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Polished Oak Nottingham Banjo Barometer

Archive II A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. View II
Archive III A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. View III
Archive IV A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. View IV
Archive V A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. View V
Archive VI A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. View VI
Archive VII A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base. View VII
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A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base.
Victorian Polished Oak Nottingham Banjo Barometer
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A polished dark oak Victorian banjo barometer featuring a carved scroll crest, a central thermometer, and a round dial face at the base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarometers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsScroll crest carving, Circular dial face, Vertical thermometer channel, Brass bezel
  • SizeH 72.5 cm (29 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A banjo barometer is a type of weather-glass instrument featuring a curved, bulbous lower dial and a tapered neck resembling the shape of a banjo, which became highly popular in British homes during the 19th century.

These instruments were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring brass bezels, hand-carved wooden crests, and silvered or porcelain dial faces protected by convex glass.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-engraved brass or paper dials, mercury-filled glass tubes with visible oxidisation, and genuine hand-carved wooden ornamentation rather than modern cast resins.

An antique wall barometer adds rich historical texture when hung singly against a dark-painted hallway wall or incorporated into a curated gallery display featuring other vintage scientific instruments.

Keep the instrument away from direct sunlight and sudden temperature fluctuations to protect the wood finish and internal mechanisms, dusting the casing gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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